Parliament canteen menu in for healthy makeover

During this Monsoon Session, lawmakers can match any healthy discussions in Parliament with a healthy diet in the canteen.

- Rajesh Kumar Thakur @ New Delhi

DURING this Monsoon Session, lawmakers can match any healthy discussions in Parliament with a healthy diet in the canteen. Ragi, millets, and jowar add a twist to traditional idlis and upmas, while grilled fish with vegetables is one of the culinary choices.

To support healthier lifestyles, Parliament has unveiled a revamped 'Health Menu' in its canteens, aiming to offer meals that are appetising and rich in nutrition.

Sources said the updated culinary offering combines traditional Indian cuisine with health-conscious options, promoting healthier lifestyle habits among MPs, officials, and visitors alike.

The brainchild of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, the revised menu and other subsidiary initiatives seek to enhance the health and well-being of visitors to the canteens.